On the first day in my art room students will be asked to find a seat.  The first few minutes will be devoted to taking roll and then I will talk to them a little about who I am what kind of artwork I enjoy and some of the materials and artist we will be looking at during our time together.  I would also make a point of addressing the school rules and my classroom rules and expectations.  Then I would want to gather a little information about my students their background, hobbies and interests.  I would also want to know what their exposure to art has been in the past and if they had an favorite artist.  I would possibly do this by asking them to fill out a questionnaire.  I would also show them how to put together a sketchbook and assign sketchbook homework.